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12 61 280 Removing and installing/replacing oil pressure sensor

WARNING: High-voltage system - danger to life 
Compliance with the following points is mandatory before beginning work:

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

WARNING: Risk of burning!
Only perform this repair work on an engine that has cooled down.
NOTE: Use a SW24 bihexagonal socket to release and tighten the oil pressure sensor.
Fig 1: Identifying SW24 Bihexagonal Socket
G11145030Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Unlock connector (1) and remove.

Release oil pressure sensor (2).

Tightening torque 12 61 1AZ .

Installation note: 

Check engine oil level. Top up engine oil if level is too low.

Fig 2: Identifying Oil Pressure Sensor And Connector
G11145031Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.